Binary options remain banned
Google to allow ads for CFTC-regulated prediction markets in the US from January 21
Illinois General Assembly reconvenes on Jan. 14
Chicago sports betting tax takes effect as operators sue, lawmakers weigh response
New details unveiled
MGM Osaka to feature 6,000 gaming machines, 27-storey arc-shaped tower
Search for successor underway
Rank Group enters CEO transition as John O’Reilly announces his retirement
Including a $436,000 bet
Traders profit from bets on Maduro's capture as prediction markets react swiftly
Entrance Levy increased to $100
Sri Lanka enforces higher casino entry levy and gaming tax rates from January 2026
First strategic expansion of 2026
Patriot Gaming named parts distribution partner for Grand Vision Gaming
Centered around three gaming worlds
BGaming to unveil BGaming Universe concept at ICE Barcelona
San Diego Union-Tribune’s award
San Diego's Sycuan Casino Resort named a top workplace for third year in a row
NFL betting contest
Five entries split record $18.7 million Circa Survivor prize
Online offering moves to X-Nave platform
Alphawin partners with EGT Digital to power revamped online offering
To exhibit at Pod SG21
Gamecheck named headline sponsor of ICE Barcelona's Sustainable Gambling Zone
Blackjack and roulette
BetMGM launches FashionTV-branded casino titles across US markets
Doors will open at 8 a.m.
Massachusetts: Taunton’s First Light Casino to open earlier starting this month
Defender of tribal sovereignty
Former National Indian Gaming Commission Chairman Harold Monteau passes away at 72
From January 19 to 21
GR8 Tech to debut Champions Club concept at ICE 2026 in Barcelona
6,725 slot machines confiscated
Florida regulators double illegal gambling seizures in 2025
DSTGAMING shares insights
Why RNG matters: Ensuring fairness in the iGaming experience
Eight bids received, names undisclosed
Portugal to extend casino concessions after public tender stalls
Live casino partnerships
CreedRoomz to supply dedicated live dealer tables for Casumo under new agreement
All agreed to comply
Tennessee attorney general shuts down 38 online sweepstakes casinos
Following end of ESPN Bet venture
PENN Entertainment realigns Interactive operations and executive structure
Atlaslive shares insights
LATAM iGaming after 2025: Where the market stands going into 2026
Increases services in Chicago
American Airlines doubles flights between Las Vegas and Chicago
Despite fall gaming revenue rises 2.4%
Las Vegas visitation falls for 11th month, down 5.2% in November
70% of respondents favor stronger curb
UK: Polling shows strong public backing for tigther oversight of gambling ads
Handpay exceeded $1,200 threshold
Bally’s Chicago pays $1,200 slot jackpot after ID dispute delay
Local play under state pilot
The Grand Ho Tram opens casino floor to Vietnamese nationals
From current 12% to 13% in 2026
Brazil approves phased gambling tax increase to 15% by 2028
5% increase from last year
Virginia sports betting handle reaches nearly $799 million in November 2025
December GGR reaches $2.6 billion
Macau casino revenue hits $30.9 billion in 2025, highest since pandemic
TOP STORIES
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NFL season passes without full launch
Polymarket misses 2025 public US release after reentry approval
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Federal court filing in Virginia
Rapper Drake accused in class-action lawsuit of using Stake.us proceeds to inflate music streams
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Trades tied to Maduro arrest
US Rep. Torres preparing legislation to restrict federal trading on prediction markets
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Effective January 1, 2026
MGM Resorts extends branding partnership with MGM China
COMPANIES
LAND BASED CASINOS
Hourly rate rises to $15.92
New Jersey minimum wage jump lifts pay for casino, hospitality workers
28 of 42 floors complete
Hard Rock Las Vegas' Guitar Tower on track for 2027 opening, surpasses halfway mark
275,000 sq. ft. addition planned
Durango Resort begins $385M Phase III expansion in Las Vegas
November slot win rises 7.7% to $873.3M
Nevada gaming win hits $1.34 billion in November, Strip posts modest gains
EVENTS CALENDAR
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Global Game Connect 2026
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Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention
SPORTS BETTING
Covering 46 clubs and five competitions
São Paulo Football Federation signs record collective sponsorship with Rivalo
AI and other tools to monitor unusual betting
NBA tightens injury reporting, renews push for limits on prop betting
Withdraws temporary online wagering license
Underdog withdraws Missouri sports betting license ahead of statewide launch
Two-thirds of Division I voted against change
NCAA reverses course, keeps ban on student-athletes betting on pro sports
MAGAZINES
ONLINE GAMING
LEGISLATION
Legal and industry objections persist
Wisconsin lawmakers revive online sports betting legislation, Assembly vote likely in next few weeks
Trades tied to Maduro arrest
US Rep. Torres preparing legislation to restrict federal trading on prediction markets
Maintaining 19% but applying it to GGR
Colombia redesigns VAT framework for licensed online betting operators
One Big Beautiful Bill Act enacted
Slot jackpot reporting threshold rises to $2,000 starting in 2026 under federal law
INTERVIEWS
President of IJL and Editor of BNLDATA
Magnho José: “A significant change could take place in Brazil in 2026 with the vote on the bill to legalise casinos”
Daron Dorsey, President & CEO
AGEM: "The consolidation cycle is a natural part of our sector's maturation as gaming is a global business"
Dennis Algreen, Senior Marketing Director
"The global identity of SBC is about brand quality: there is a consistent expectation of quality in delivery, production, and overall experience"
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